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Religion Charities That specialise in Church or place of worship

Discover 3,902 Religion charities that specialise in church or place of worship. Use the search below to filter within these results.

3,902
Charities
£5,246,851,192
Total Income
£717,273
Avg Income
90.7%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints (great Britain)

Religion

To promote and further the religious and other charitable work of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United Kingdom and elsewhere.

Latest Income: £87,826,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Elim Foursquare Gospel Alliance

Religion

We are a church organisation who seek to fulfil our objectives through extensive relevant programs both in the UK and overseas. Our expanding operations are mainly conducted through National Departments, approximately 500 churches in the UK and in 58 countries overseas

Latest Income: £83,878,662
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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United Synagogue

Religion, Social welfare

There are five primary objects of the charity.1 To create and maintain synagogues conforming to the orthodox form of Jewish worship.2 To advance education in Jewish religion.3 To provide burial for same4 Relief of the poor 5 To advance charitable purposes of other Jewish bodies and in general any other charitable purpose in connection with the above.

Latest Income: £50,692,000
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Church Of England Pensions Board

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Housing, Professions, Religion

Provides the best possible support and care, within available resources, to those who have retired from stipendiary and lay ministry within the Church of England, and to their dependants, through the provision of retirement and supported housing, and through discretionary grants to ensure beneficiaries have a minimum income standard.

Latest Income: £41,967,000
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Church Of England Children's Society

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Housing, Religion, Social welfare

Frontline services focus on 10-18 year olds who live with significant disadvantage, poverty, neglect and who have complex needs and face multiple risks. These include child exploitation, mental health, missing and runaways from home, substance misuse and children in and around the care system. We campaign about what needs to change to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people.

Latest Income: £40,642,000
Areas of Operation: Denbighshire
Status: Registered
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The St Albans Diocesan Board Of Finance

Beneficiary group, Housing, Professions, Religion

To promote, aid and further the work of the Church of England in the St Albans Diocese.Under Living Gods Love, which was launched in January 2011, the St Albans DBF; deploys the clergy, pays stipends and provides housing for stipendiary clergy; recruits and trains the clergy and readers; offers advice on places of worship; promotes parochial stewardship; develops youth work; promotes RE.

Latest Income: £35,716,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The South London Church Fund And Southwark Diocesan Board Of Finance

Housing, Professions, Religion

Resourcing the Ministry and Mission in every parish Managing the number of clergy in post against budget, and collecting Fairer Shares contributionsProviding clergy training, housing, stipends, pension supporting parish based ministryContributing to national church institutionsProviding education & social outreach fundingProviding Diocesan Retreat House

Latest Income: £30,144,000
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Church Communities UK

Beneficiary group, Religion, Social welfare

Advancing the Christian faith and particularly establishing church communities where members devote themselves to the service of Jesus Christ that includes work, worship, apostolic mission, education and family life. We welcome visitors and give charitable assistance in support of peace, justice, reconciliation, non-violence, community, education, and alleviation of poverty and suffering.

Latest Income: £28,524,636
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Oxford Diocesan Board Of Finance

Religion

In summary the charity's aims are to promote the work and purposes of the Church of England for the advancement of the Christian religion in the Diocese of Oxford and elsewhere.

Latest Income: £24,862,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Johnson Trust Limited

Beneficiary group, Education, Religion

Seaford College is an educational charitable trust with a Church of England tradition that exists to provide an education for boys and girls aged between 6 and 18.

Latest Income: £23,208,699
Areas of Operation: West Sussex
Status: Registered
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The Blackburn Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited

Religion

To promote, facilitate and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England by the advancement of the Christian faith in the Diocese of Blackburn and elsewhere to create healthy churches transforming communities as part of our Vision 2026 by raising and applying funds for the Church's work.

Latest Income: £18,350,000
Areas of Operation: Lancashire
Status: Registered
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Morden College

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Housing, Religion, Social care

Sir John Morden's Charity: Provides living accommodation, including a Care Home and Sheltered accommodation, and financial assistance for older people. Ancillary services to support beneficiaries living in the charity's properties is also provided. Dame Susan Morden's Charity: Provides grants to further the work of the Church of England provided that parishes are within its area of benefit.

Latest Income: £16,096,000
Areas of Operation: Bromley
Status: Registered
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The Bath And Wells Diocesan Board Of Finance

Charitable activities, Religion

To promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bath and Wells; to organise and provide funds in aid of the work and ministry of the church.

Latest Income: £15,840,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Guildford Diocesan Board Of Finance

Housing, Religion

Our principal activity is to promote and assist the Church of England in spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ primarily in the Diocese of Guildford. We oversee the funding of the ministry within the Diocese, including the provision of housing and pensions; financing of a variety of support service activities; and the support of parishes and other related bodies.

Latest Income: £15,730,909
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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The United Kingdom Islamic Mission

Charity and VCS support, Religion, Saving of lives

The charity's activities include raising funds for all disasters, human sufferings, human needs, for educational purposes and to provide centers for worship.

Latest Income: £14,606,087
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Manchester Diocesan Board Of Finance

Religion

MANCHESTER DIOCESAN BOARD OF FINANCE AIMS TO PROMOTE, FACILITATE ADN ASSIST WITH THE WORK AND PURPOSES OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN THE DIOCESE OF MANCHESTER AND ELSEWHERE

Latest Income: £14,517,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Norwich Diocesan Board Of Finance Limited

Religion

Norwich Diocesan Board of Finance Limited was set up to promote, facilitate and assist with the work of the Church of England for the advancement of the Christian faith in the Diocese of Norwich and elsewhere, providing resources for Ministry and Mission.

Latest Income: £14,286,000
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Canterbury Diocesan Board Of Finance

Religion

The Board of Finance is the registered company of the Diocese of Canterbury to manage its financial affairs and hold its assets.The Diocese of Canterbury consists of the parishes of East Kent whose object is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England.

Latest Income: £14,152,000
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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The Salisbury Diocesan Board Of Finance

Professions, Religion

To promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Salisbury. This is achieved principally through the provision and support of ministry across the 459 parishes of the Diocese. The Board also provides advice, training and resources to clergy, laity and parishes all to support the life of the Church and the advancement of Christ's Kingdom.

Latest Income: £13,932,609
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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The Rochester Diocesan Society And Board Of Finance

Religion

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND IN THE AREAS OF WEST KENT AND SOUTH EAST LONDON, WITH SUPPORT BEING GIVEN TO PARISHES, PEOPLE AND ORGANISATIONS IN THOSE AREAS

Latest Income: £13,142,309
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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New Testament Church Of God

Religion

New Testament Church of God (NTCG) is a Religious Organisation (Church/Charity/Company)The Church/Charities ActivitiesNTCG main objectives is directed towards the propagation of the Gospel according to the Acts and Teachings of the Church of God, Cleveland, Tennessee, U.S.A. (See Living the Vision Church of God 72nd General Assembly Minutes 2008).

Latest Income: £12,742,371
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Durham Diocesan Board Of Finance

Economic and community development, Education, Religion

The objects of the charity are to hold real and personal property for purposes connected with the Church of England and to transact business in connection with the Church of England and the Diocese. The charity is responsible for the collection, custody, disbursement and account of the Diocesan Synod's funds and the employment of all persons in receipt of salaries paid directly from those funds.

Latest Income: £12,474,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Premier Christian Media Trust

Arts, Charitable activities, Religion

Promotion of the Christian religion through radio broadcast, magazine publication, online activity and events. Support of all those in need through a Lifeline telephone service. Encouragement and support for the church in the use of new media. Campaigning on single-issues which are of concern to Christians and the church.

Latest Income: £12,172,588
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Sheffield Diocesan Board Of Finance

Religion

To promote, facilitate and assist with the work and purposes of the Church of England for the advancement of the Christian faith and other charitable work in the Diocese of Sheffield or its successor diocese and elsewhere.

Latest Income: £12,109,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Churches Conservation Trust

Heritage, Religion

The CCT is registered as a charity (number 258612) . Its governing document is the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011. Its main object is the preservation, in the interests of the nation and of the Church of England, of redundant churches and parts of churches of historic and archaeological interest or architectural quality vested in the Trust, together with their contents.

Latest Income: £12,036,466
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many church-or-place-of-worship religion charities are there in the UK?

There are 3,902 registered church-or-place-of-worship religion charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the church-or-place-of-worship religion charities by income?

Oasis Charitable Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£344.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of church-or-place-of-worship religion charities?

Church-or-place-of-worship religion charities reported a combined annual income of £5.2bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for church-or-place-of-worship religion charities?

Across all church-or-place-of-worship religion charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 90.7%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of church-or-place-of-worship religion charities?

Church-or-place-of-worship religion charities have an average annual income of £717k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.